The Jeep Compass might be prepared for some off-road driving, but its poor road manners, noisy engines, uninspiring interior and steep price mean it's ultimately off the pace compared with its major rivals. For four-wheel drive and the best performance, you'll need the 4xe plug-in hybrid version, which can deliver excellent fuel economy if you keep the battery charged up.
The plug-in hybrid 4xe model and its 0-62mph time of 7.3sec seems good on paper, but it never feels quick. It’s fine running on electric around town, but the engine is raucous when you try to get up to motorway speeds.
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